NBA In-Season Tournament Group Play | Draws, Schedule & Teams

The NBA is always full of thrilling action, but this season, there’s something extra special for basketball fans – the NBA In-Season Tournament Group Play. It’s an exciting addition to the regular season that promises to deliver plenty of jaw-dropping moments. Let’s dive into the details and see what makes this tournament unique.

Information About NBA In-Season Tournament Group Play

The NBA In-Season Tournament Group Play Schedule consists of a whopping 60 games, creating a buzz of excitement among fans. To make it even more intriguing, these games are spread out over seven dates in November, giving us something to look forward to on four Fridays (Nov. 3, 10, 17, and 24) and three Tuesdays (Nov. 14, 21, and 28).

In this tournament, all 30 NBA teams are divided into the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference, each with three groups. It means there are 15 teams in each conference, ready to battle it for supremacy.

Details About NBA In-Season Tournament Group Play Draws

DATE	GAME	GROUP	TIME
Fri, Nov. 3	New York vs. Milwaukee	East B	7:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 3	Dallas vs. Denver	West B	10:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 3	Cleveland vs. Indiana	East A	7:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 3	Washington vs. Miami	East B	8:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 3	Brooklyn vs. Chicago	East C	8:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 3	Golden State vs. Oklahoma City	West C	8:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 3	Memphis vs. Portland	West A	10:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 10	Brooklyn vs. Boston	East C	7:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 10	L.A. Lakers vs. Phoenix	West A	10:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 10	Philadelphia vs. Detroit	East A	7:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 10	Charlotte vs. Washington	East B	7:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 10	New Orleans vs. Houston	West B	8:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 10	Utah vs. Memphis	West A	8:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 10	Minnesota vs. San Antonio	West C	8:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 10	LA Clippers vs. Dallas	West B	8:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 10	Oklahoma City vs. Sacramento	West C	10:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 14	San Antonio vs. Oklahoma City	West C	7:30 PM
Tue, Nov. 14	LA Clippers vs. Denver	West B	10:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 14	Miami vs. Charlotte	East B	7:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 14	Atlanta vs. Detroit	East A	7:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 14	Indiana vs. Philadelphia	East A	7:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 14	Orlando vs. Brooklyn	East C	7:30 PM
Tue, Nov. 14	Dallas vs. New Orleans	West B	8:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 14	Portland vs. Utah	West A	9:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 14	Minnesota vs. Golden State	West C	10:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 14	Memphis vs. L.A. Lakers	West B	10:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	Philadelphia vs. Atlanta	East A	7:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	Sacramento vs. San Antonio	West C	7:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	Phoenix vs. Utah	West A	10:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	Milwaukee vs. Charlotte	East B	7:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	New York vs. Washington	East B	7:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	Detroit vs. Cleveland	East A	7:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	Boston vs. Toronto	East C	7:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	Orlando vs. Chicago	East C	8:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	Denver vs. New Orleans	West B	8:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	L.A. Lakers vs. Portland	West A	10:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 17	Houston vs. LA Clippers	West A	10:30 PM
Tue, Nov. 21	Cleveland vs. Philadelphia	East A	7:30 PM
Tue, Nov. 21	Utah vs. L.A. Lakers	West B	10:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 21	Toronto vs. Orlando	East C	7:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 21	Indiana vs. Atlanta	East A	7:30 PM
Tue, Nov. 21	Phoenix vs. Portland	West A	9:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 24	Boston vs. Orlando	East C	2:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 24	Phoenix vs. Memphis	West A	5:00 PM

Group Play Team Pots

Let’s take a closer look at the teams in each group:

Eastern Conference:

• Group A: 76ers, Cavaliers, Hawks, Pacers, Pistons
• Group B: Bucks, Knicks, Heat, Wizards, Hornets
• Group C: Celtics, Nets, Raptors, Bulls, Magic

Western Conference:

• Group A: Grizzlies, Suns, Lakers, Jazz, Trail Blazers
• Group B: Nuggets, Clippers, Pelicans, Mavericks, Rockets
• Group C: Kings, Warriors, Timberwolves, Thunder, Spurs

Each team will play four designated Group Play games between Nov. 3 and 28. They will face each team within their group once, with two games at home and two on the road. This setup ensures that every team has a fair shot at advancing.

NBA TV Coverage

The excitement doesn’t stop there. NBA TV will be broadcasting some of the most thrilling Group Play games. For instance, on Friday, Nov. 24, there will be a doubleheader. First, the Orlando Magic will host the Boston Celtics at 2:30 p.m. ET, followed by the Phoenix Suns visiting the Memphis Grizzlies at 5 p.m. ET. So, you will only take action if you can reach the arena.

The Road to the Knockout Rounds

Let’s talk about the next stage in this exciting tournament – the Knockout Rounds. Only eight teams, four from each conference, will advance from the Group Play into this stage. These eight teams will include the six group winners and two “wild cards” – the teams from each conference with the best record in Group Play games that finished second in their respective groups.

The competition will become even fiercer as teams strive to secure their spot in the Knockout Rounds. The journey to the championship is thrilling, and every game counts.

The Teams That Don’t Qualify

The teams that don’t make it to the Quarterfinals of NBA In-Season Tournament, they won’t be left out. They will still get a chance to showcase their skills and make an impact.

Each of the 22 teams that do not advance will be assigned two regular-season games, one at home and one away. These games will occur on Wednesday, Dec. 6, and Friday, Dec. 8. The matchups will be determined using a specific formula based on the Group Play standings in each conference, ranging from the fifth to the fifteenth position.

For extra excitement, two of these 22 games will be scheduled cross-conference. The teams from different conferences will face off, creating intriguing matchups. However, travel constraints will be considered, and teams will only play one cross-conference game. The other 20 games will feature teams from the same conference scheduled to play each other thrice during the regular season.

Conclusion

In closing, the NBA In-Season Tournament Group Play promises to be a historic event in basketball. With 30 teams battling it out in 60 games across November, fans can expect no shortage of thrilling moments. The road to the Knockout Rounds will be intense, and even the teams that don’t advance will have a chance to shine in their regular-season matchups.

So, get ready to witness basketball at its finest this season. Whether you’re cheering for your favorite team or just a fan of the game, the NBA In-Season Tournament Group Play will surely deliver unforgettable moments and a lot of excitement.